Remembering Mike Royko

April 28, 2025

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It’s hard to believe that it’s already been 16 years. On April 29th 1997, the world lost a great writer and we at Billy Goat Tavern lost a great friend in Mike Royko.

Royko helped make Billy Goat into a legendary reporter hangout. Today, journalism students from across the country make the trip under Michigan Avenue to enjoy a cheezborger surrounded by Royko’s articles. It’s an amazing experience.

One of Mike Royko’s favorite things was playing 16″ softball. We sponsored his team. Check out the video above to catch a glimpse of the “real” Royko enjoying some time at The Goat.

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Mike Royko and Sam Sianis

http://thebillygoattavern.com/legend/wall-of-fame/

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The Wall of Fame

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Bulls Playoffs - See you at Madison!

April 24, 2025

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Hey Bulls fans - see you on Thursday and Saturday at The Goat on Madison for the Bulls home playoff games. DA best way to celebrate a win is with a delicious cheezborger and beer. Order a stack of 6 cheezborgers for a Bulls Triple Double!

1535 W. Madison St.
Near United Center
Phone: (312) 733-9132

Two legends - Sam and Bob Love taking pictures at Billy Goat Tavern on Madison:

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Two legends - Sam and Bob Love at Billy Goat Tavern on Madison

 

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Talking History With Billy Goat Tavern’s Bill Sianis

Check out this great interview on Billy Goat history with Bill Sianis:

http://chicago.eater.com/archives/2013/04/17/billy-goat.php

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For the complete history of the legendary Billy Goat Tavern, check out Rick Kogan’s Book “A Chicago Tavern” http://thebillygoattavern.com/souvenirs/index.php/books/book-a-chicago-tavern.html

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Bob Love Signing Autographs Tonight at The Goat on Madison!

April 17, 2025

Madison, United Center

The Bulls retail truck will make stops throughout the Chicago area during the “See Red” campaign. Fans can buy “See Red” gear at the retail truck to show their support and meet Bulls’ Ambassadors.

On Wednesday, April 17 , The Bulls retail truck will be outside the Billy Goat Tavern (1535 W. Madison St., Chicago) from 5 - 6 p.m. as part of the “See Red” Campaign. Fans can buy “See Red” gear at the retail truck to show their support and meet Bulls’ Ambassadors.

Bulls Ambassador Bob Love will be on hand to sign autographs and pose for photos. Fans will receive a 10% discount off their purchase at the Bulls retail truck by showing their Bill Goat Tavern receipt.

So on your way to the game tonight against Washington, stop by Billy Goat for a burger, a beer and some gear to support the team!

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To the monster who delivered the goat’s head to Wrigley:

April 12, 2025

Billy Goat Curse

There are proper and humane ways to lift a curse. Billy Goat Sianis used to say “Be kind to animals, and be kind to me.” His curse certainly can’t be broken by butchering the animals he loved. Take a look around our tavern, and you’ll see pictures joy animals brought to Billy- goats, cats, ducks, even an elephant!

People have actually asked us if Billy Goat Tavern is responsible for delivering the goat’s head. The answer is NO! Check out an article by Rick Telander here. ‘‘No, no, no!’’ Sam said. ‘‘That was a very, very mean guy. Really mean guy to do that. Why?’’

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Billy 'Goat' Sianis with Ruby the cat in 'reserved' bed

Billy’s cat Ruby expecting kittens

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Coming Soon: Billy Goat Opening a NEW Lake Street Tavern!

April 8, 2025

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Get ready Chicago! We will be opening a NEW Billy Goat Tavern in the Loop this summer. The address will be 60 E. Lake St. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter for more details.

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A NEW Cheezborger Eating Record!

April 8, 2025

Cheezborger, Randhurst

We have a new cheezborger eating record! Meet Larry “Chompers”. He polished off an astounding 18 cheezborger patties at our Randhurst Village location.

Calories, Shmalories . . .

THE BEFORE PICTURE:

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AND THE AFTER PICTURE:

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Move over Rudy! Larry “Chompers” is the Champ! Rudy ate 16 back in 2012. Who’s going for 20?

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